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DLE 255C

1965 Humber Hawk

Black Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

26,813 mi
Last recorded26,813 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1965 Humber Hawk45,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLE 255C
MakeHumber
ModelHawk
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2011 26,813 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both rear leaf springs weak with rust

underside of vehicle weak with rust

water leak engine bay

Pass 10 Nov 2006 26,461 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 26,461 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 24,966 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 24,962 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Humber Hawk?

Based on 1,424 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
271
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 21
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DLE 255C is a 1965 Humber Hawk in Black with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1965 Humber Hawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 45,087 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Humber Hawk fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLE 255C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Hawk typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 61 years old, this Humber Hawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLE 255C registered?

DLE 255C is a 1965 Humber Hawk, first registered on 30 November 1965.

Is DLE 255C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLE 255C shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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